jackson55 · M
How did you find Maui ? We were there in November of 23.
Coffeequilt · 51-55, F
@jackson55 I like Maui better than Oahu
jackson55 · M
@Coffeequilt I agree, too many people on Oahu. Ever been to the big island ?
Coffeequilt · 51-55, F
@jackson55 I went once. Just to see the volcano
Ynotisay · M
I would definitely suggest driving to the North shore and getting shave ice at Matsumoto's.
Kapalua Beach is a nice spot to snorkel with sea turtles but there's others. I think the fire will educate that decision.I don't know what Kapalua is like now. Haleakala, which is at about 10,000 feet, is worth the drive. Really cool. And the road to Hana is eye candy.
But overall, my experience is if you just drive around the island, be SUPER respectful and cool with the locals, you can find yourself in some really awesome areas.I think Kauai is a little more open with visitors but I've had some great experiences on Maui. But it really is all about respect. If people act like entitled tourists then they get treated that way. But if not, locals can be super inviting and warm. Oh... DON'T buy any weed from the dudes on the side of the road don't leave anything in your rental car. :)
Have fun. Getting off the plane and smelling that tropical air is pretty special.
Kapalua Beach is a nice spot to snorkel with sea turtles but there's others. I think the fire will educate that decision.I don't know what Kapalua is like now. Haleakala, which is at about 10,000 feet, is worth the drive. Really cool. And the road to Hana is eye candy.
But overall, my experience is if you just drive around the island, be SUPER respectful and cool with the locals, you can find yourself in some really awesome areas.I think Kauai is a little more open with visitors but I've had some great experiences on Maui. But it really is all about respect. If people act like entitled tourists then they get treated that way. But if not, locals can be super inviting and warm. Oh... DON'T buy any weed from the dudes on the side of the road don't leave anything in your rental car. :)
Have fun. Getting off the plane and smelling that tropical air is pretty special.
Coffeequilt · 51-55, F
@Ynotisay thanks. I want to see turtles!
carpediem · 61-69, M
Spend a night in Hana. Take your time driving there so you can check out the waterfalls around every corner. You can find them by making sure you buy this book: Maui Revealed: The Ultimate Guidebook. Climb the path towards the waterfall after you see the sacred pools.
Walk the path from Makena to Kihie. Check out Big Beach. Then climb the lava flow, get naked and enjoy Little Beach. Check out the dolphins at La Perouse Bay.
Walk the path from Makena to Kihie. Check out Big Beach. Then climb the lava flow, get naked and enjoy Little Beach. Check out the dolphins at La Perouse Bay.
Coffeequilt · 51-55, F
@carpediem Awesome, thank you. Ill look for the book. Little Beach?
jackjjackson · 61-69, M
AthrillatheHunt · 51-55, M
@jackjjackson Maui wowie. The Hawaiian word is “pakalolo”.
AthrillatheHunt · 51-55, M
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Ynotisay · M
@Coffeequilt Interesting. Thanks for that. Because I've been reading about housing there and it's a real mess. Landlords found a loophole in the FEMA spending and a lot of people are being displaced so they can jack up rents and get that money. Thought there might be some resentment. Good to know that's not the case.
Coffeequilt · 51-55, F
@HootyTheNightOwl I hadn't thought about that. That's a fun idea
@Coffeequilt While you're looking through your coins, remember that any silver coins you find pre dating 1964 will have silver in them, too - so you might want to snag yourself some of those if you live outside of the US.
Tastyfrzz · 61-69, M
Whale watching, snorkling, eating out at the Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa, a restaurant at the Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort in Wailea, Maui, Hawaii, is named after Hawaii's state fish, the humuhumunukunukuapua'a, which translates to "triggerfish with a snout like a pig". The restaurant serves American, seafood, Polynesian, and Hawaiian food, including mahi mahi, lobster, and spicy beef surf and turf. It also offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Coffeequilt · 51-55, F
@Tastyfrzz AWESOME, thank you
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DeWayfarer · 61-69, M
I here the sharks are looking for entertainment in the warm Hawaiian waters! 🙃
DavyPNW · 56-60, M
How was your trip?
ronisme1 · 61-69, M
Relax and enjoy the beaches